Dictionary of Veterinary Nursing

by Lane, D. R.; Guthrie, S.; Griffith, S.; Nanda

• ISBN13: 9780080452654
• ISBN10: 0080452655
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-12-05
• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Medical

Summary

The third edition of this best selling dictionary has been expanded and updated to include new definitions reflecting changes within the veterinary nursing profession, additional illustrations as well as revised appendices. Intended specifically for members of the veterinary nursing profession, all aspects of the curriculum are covered making this a comprehensive quick reference source for nurses working in a busy practice. Provides detailed explanations for nearly 4000 definitions, ensuring that all aspects of the curriculum are covered Useful line diagrams aid learning and understanding Focuses on terms relevant to companion and pet animals including exotics, terms from the equine field, animal behaviour, etc Appendices provide a quick reference source for frequently needed data Fully updated throughout retaining the focus of defining terms relative to veterinary nursing Inclusion of 2nd colour to enhance user-friendliness and navigability Inclusion of new terms in: equine, animal behaviour, alternative medicine and expand the terms on exotics Inclusion of colour plates showing blood cells Inclusion of new drug names and listing useful websites in the appendices for the most-up-to-date information on this

Table of Contents

Dictionary

Appendices: Temperature, pulse and respiratory rates for various species

Biochemistry parameters for dogs and cats

Normal parameters for urine for dogs and cats Haematology parameters for dogs and cats

Zoonotic diseases

Biological data of smaller pets

Information on caring for smaller animals

Obstetrical information for different species

Mathematical formulae for use in veterinary nursing

Converting body weight in kilograms and pounds into body surface area in metres squared

Infectious disease of dogs and cats

Current vaccination schedules for dogs and cats

Average weights for common breeds of dog

Anaesthetic factors for dogs and cats

Gas cylinder colour coding (UK only)

Dog breeds and coat colours

Cat breeds and coat colours

Veterinary qualifications: interpretations of letters after names

Useful addresses

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